Resolve to look and feel your best in 2011 with positive changes in your lifestyle, habits, and appearance. See the below for my take on building a healthier and more attractive body.

1. Create S.M.A.R.T goals (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-bound). It’s easy to say “I want to lose weight in 2011″ but you need to consider the details. For example, “I want to lose 4 pounds each month for 5 months so I will be 20 pounds slimmer by June 1st. I will reduce my caloric intake by 500/day by cutting refined foods (alcohol, candy, white bread) and begin walking at least 20 minutes per day.” S.M.A.R.T goals will help you achieve.

2. People in great shape look and feel better. Would you pay USD$5,000 right now for the body of your dreams? Of course you would! Ok, so use that money and purchase a gym membership, personal training, new workout gear/clothes, a kayak, hiking boots, etc. Commit to your decision to look and feel better.

3. Book an appointment with a dermatologist to discuss products for your age and skin-type. Maybe you want a few injections or fillers, scars/pigmentation/veins removed, or just need to drink more water and sleep better. A dermatologist will tell you the truth and hook you up with the products and creams to suit you best.

4. Find a wonderful salon/spa. I rave about the Mandarin Oriental Salon (HK) because they are specialists with hair, face, feet, nails, etc. Invest in a relationship with a wonderful stylist and technician and trust them on beauty and grooming advice. Look after yourself.

6. Take care of your wardrobe. If it has a stain, a hole, reminds you of a bad experience, hasn’t been worn for 2 years, or you just don’t like it – it’s out. Don’t rationalize or feel guilty for getting rid of it. Use a dry-cleaning service to ensure your clothes look their best, purchase lint-rollers for home/work/car, take your shoes to the cobbler seasonally for care and upkeep, use jewelry cleaner regularly, and buy quality hangers so your garments hang properly. www.imageandlifestyle.com for my personal shopping and style services.

7. Smile and de-stress. Take a holiday, get more sleep, book spa appointments, watch a movie with a glass of wine… do whatever it takes to chill out. Make your happiness, goals, and health a top priority for the new year.